How many Cicis restaurants in Alabama were reacquired by the franchisor in 2023?
Cicis Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| State | Year | Outlets at Start of Year | Outlets Opened | Termina -tions | Non Renewal | Reacquired by Franchisor | Ceased Operations Other Reasons | Outlets at End of the Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AL | 2022 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 10 |
| 2023 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 9 | |
| 2024 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Source: Item 20 — OUTLETS AND FRANCHISEE INFORMATION (FDD pages 58–64)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Cicis's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, there was one Cicis restaurant in Alabama that was reacquired by the franchisor during the fiscal year 2023. The table provided in Item 20 outlines the status of franchised outlets, including details on re acquisitions by the franchisor.
Specifically, the table tracks changes in outlet status across different states and years, accounting for openings, terminations, non-renewals, re acquisitions, and other reasons for ceased operations. For Alabama in 2023, the data shows that one outlet was reacquired by Cicis. This means that Cicis took over ownership and operation of that particular franchise location during that year.
This information is relevant for prospective franchisees as it provides insight into the stability and changes within the Cicis franchise system. Re acquisitions can occur for various reasons, such as franchisee default, strategic decisions by the franchisor, or mutual agreement. Understanding the frequency and reasons behind re acquisitions can help potential franchisees assess the risks and opportunities associated with investing in a Cicis franchise.